Can you survive with 1 kidney?
My brother had an accident a few years ago and lost one of his kidneys. He's been doing fine, but sometimes I worry for him. I was wondering if it's truly possible to live a long, healthy life with only one kidney.
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7 months ago
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You can live a long, beautiful life with just one kidney. Practicing gentle pranayama and staying hydrated helps keep the body toxins away and reduces stress on the single kidney. Just avoid heavy, strenuous exercises without checking with your doctor first.
4 months ago
I always worry about what would happen if my single kidney gets damaged, but doctors assure us that one healthy kidney is more than enough to filter the blood. Just keep checking your creatinine levels regularly and don't drink alcohol or take unnecessary painkillers.
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9 months ago
I was born with only one kidney and honestly, I forget about it most of the time. I play football, go to college, and eat normally. I just make sure to drink enough water and avoid taking random pain relief pills.
9 months ago
Yes, you can live perfectly fine with one kidney, but if you have diabetes, you must be extremely careful. High blood sugar can damage that single kidney over time. Keep your HbA1c strictly under control with proper diet and regular doctor checkups.
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4 months ago
Arey, thousands of people donate a kidney and live till 80 without any issues. Stop worrying so much. Just avoid eating too much outside junk food, drink clean water, and get an annual kidney function test done.